Electrician

Panama City, FL 32401

Full Time / Long Term

Pay/Salary $17.00 to $20.00/hour DOE

Electrician (Skilled Trades)

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Panama City, FL 32401

Compensation: $17.00 to $20.00 DOE

Apply Online: employmentpanamacity.com/apply | Call Us: 850-769-1441

Job Overview

Snelling Staffing is seeking a skilled and dependable Electrician to join a hardworking maintenance and facilities team in the Panama City area! This full-time position is ideal for a tradesperson who takes pride in their work, possesses excellent troubleshooting skills, and is ready to make an impact keeping critical local facilities running smoothly.

In this role, you will play a key part in the construction, maintenance, and repair of electrical power, lighting, and communication systems across a variety of commercial and industrial facilities.

Key Responsibilities

Installation & Wiring: Plan and install wiring, equipment, and fixtures (motors, generators, switches, circuit breakers, controllers) following blueprints, schematics, and diagrams.
Diagnostics & Testing: Inspect and test electrical circuits, equipment, and systems using specialized tools like voltmeters and ohmmeters to identify and resolve defects.
Compliance & Inspections: Ensure all electrical installations and fixtures fully comply with safety standards and national/local electrical codes.
Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine maintenance, upgrades, and troubleshooting for new construction and existing facilities to minimize system downtime.
Project Planning & Estimating: Plan upcoming projects, estimate required materials and costs, and maintain accurate tool and materials inventory.
Team Leadership & Safety: Lead by example by enforcing strict safety procedures, modeling proper work methods, and helping schedule or assign work to other maintenance team members.
Emergency Response: Prepare, protect, and restore facility systems before, during, and after severe weather events or operational outages.

Skills & Qualifications

Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required, with 5+ years of verifiable journeyman electrician experience strongly preferred (or an equivalent combination of trade school, training, and experience).
Technical Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of electrical systems, building maintenance, and standard national/local electrical codes.
Equipment Proficiency: Highly skilled with electrical testing instruments, hand tools, and power tools. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
Licensing: Valid driver’s license required; Florida Class B CDL with air brake endorsement is a plus (or willingness to obtain within 12 months).
Computer Literacy: Familiarity with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) for communication and record-keeping.
Soft Skills: Reliable, detail-oriented, and highly capable of working independently and collaboratively with facility teams.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Physical Demands:
- Occasionally: Lift and carry 25+ lbs., push/pull 26+ lbs., climb, crawl, or sit for extended periods.
- Frequently: Twist/turn, reach overhead, drive, and operate heavy equipment.
- Constantly: Lift/carry up to 25 lbs., stand, walk, and use fine motor skills with hand tools.
Work Environment: Indoor and outdoor work year-round, with potential exposure to adverse weather, noise, dust, and industrial equipment. Safety compliance and use of required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) are mandatory at all times.